IPAB Repeal: The non-elected Independent Payment Advisory Board (IPAB) created by PPACA has sweeping powers to mandate added across-the-board or other targeted reductions in Part B payments on top of SGR and sequestration-related cuts.

Rural Pass-Through Legislation: ASA supports legislation that would permit certain eligible rural hospitals to utilize their pass-through status with Part A funding to employ anesthesiologists in addition to already-permitted nurse anesthetists and anesthesiologist assistants.

Truth and Transparency Legislation: The "Truth in Healthcare Marketing Act" is legislation that would decrease ambiguity caused by some health care provider-related advertising, marketing, and degree titles.